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[Epidemiological review of tuberculosis]
1Research Institute of Tuberculosis, Japan Anti-Tuberculosis Association.
Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
|January 12, 1999
Summary
Tuberculosis (TB) is a growing global concern, even in industrialized nations. The new DOTS strategy offers hope for TB control, with Japan aiming for elimination by 2060.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Disease Control
Context:
- Global tuberculosis (TB) incidence is rising, posing a significant public health challenge.
- Industrialized nations are experiencing a resurgence of TB, classifying it as a re-emerging disease.
- The epidemiology and control strategies for TB require continuous evaluation and adaptation.
Purpose:
- To review the current global and Japanese epidemiology of tuberculosis.
- To assess the effectiveness of control strategies, including the DOTS strategy.
- To project the timeline for TB elimination in Japan.
Summary:
- Globally, TB incidence has historically increased and is now resurging in industrialized countries.
- The Directly Observed Treatment, Short-course (DOTS) strategy is expected to facilitate a breakthrough in TB control.
- Japan faces novel TB challenges requiring adaptation of its national control program for potential elimination by 2060.
Impact:
- Successful adaptation of national TB programs can lead to disease elimination.
- The DOTS strategy offers a promising approach to managing and controlling TB globally.
- Understanding evolving TB epidemiology is crucial for effective public health interventions.